Sr EHS Program Manager

Medtronic • Fridley, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world. A Day in the Life A career at Medtronic offers a distinctive and purpose-driven environment. Guided by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for millions of individuals globally, we are committed to innovation and valuing unique perspectives. Medtronic fosters an inclusive workplace that encourages problem-solving, progress, and meaningful advancements in medical technology. Our workforce is intentionally diverse, reflecting the patients and partners we serve, as we believe this is essential for advancing healthcare and maintaining our position as a global leader. In the role of Senior EHS Program Manager for the Global Operations Supply Chain (GOSC) EHS organization in the Caribbean Region, you will support manufacturing, supply chain, office and R&D facilities. This position focuses on implementing Health and Safety (EHS) programs, training, and systems to ensure compliance with federal, state/regional, and local regulations, as well as company policies and initiatives. Key responsibilities include managing EHS program such as ergonomic injury prevention, chemical and waste management, machine guarding, lockout/tagout procedures, electrical safety, industrial hygiene, air emissions, stormwater and wastewater management, emergency response, and incident investigation. You will assess workplace safety risks and environmental impacts through risk assessments and observation of operations, equipment, and employee practices, particularly within manufacturing settings. As part of the Americas and GOSC EHS Leadership team, you will contribute to strategy development and initiative implementation aimed at enhancing performance. Collaboration with the Caribbean Region Leadership teams, site leaders, and EHS professionals is essential to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance and culture. This position is located in Puerto Rico and requires a combination of office presence and travel to multiple sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health & safety, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive EHS experience, including multi-site or regional responsibility
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable EHS regulations
• Proven experience leading audits, investigations, and regulatory interactions
• Ability to travel within the assigned region (typically 30–50%)

Nice To Haves

• Advance Degree in science or occupational health field
• CSP, CIH, or applicable professional certification
• Industrial hygiene knowledge and experience
• Black, Green or Yellow belt certification
• Experience in utilizing EHS Data management systems
• Experience leading Root cause analysis using A3 or other assessment tools
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations, as well as laboratory safety, chemical management, and ergonomics
• EHS program training and development experience within a manufacturing
• Emergency response knowledge and experience
• ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Management Systems knowledge including implementation and auditing
• Strong communication and people management skills
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement focus.

Responsibilities

• Develops, administers, and implements environmental, health, and safety programs, EHS management system, and training in accordance with governmental and corporate requirements in manufacturing, R&D, Supply Chain and office environments.
• Develops and implements strategies and initiatives to drive continual performance improvement, working collaboratively with various teams and regulators, and the GOSC Operations Regional VP to maintain a compliant, efficient, and effective system.
• Directly and indirectly manage a team of EHS professionals (and additional dotted line EHS professionals) working in the Caribbean Region. Partnering with the South American Region EHS lead with regards to EHS execution at the manufacturing, R&D, and Supply Chain locations.
• Collaborates with other Medtronic EHS teams in geographic areas to create standardized, efficient and effective systems.
• Conducts risk assessments, job hazard analyses, PPE assessments, and waste profiles.
• Monitors pollution prevention activities, compliance and auditing efforts; participates in internal EHS audits.
• Reviews and analyzes regulations issued by regulatory agencies; collaborates with regulatory agencies.
• Represents Company in government and industry rule-making activities.
• Ensures appropriate corrective action is taken where environmental, health, and safety hazards exist.
• Identifies and takes corrective action against activities that pose potential threats to workers’ health or safety, which may include recommending organizational measures to protect workers’ safety through revised methods, processes, or materials; inspects workplace environments, equipment, and/or practices to ensure compliance with standards and regulations; and investigates, determines root cause, and develops corrective and preventive action plans for incidents.
• Provides employee awareness/training on matters of environmental, health, and safety.

Benefits

• Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)
• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level